Double Village Idiot: A Laugh Out Loud Comedy Double

We guarantee you've never heard a book quite like this before; it's written entirely in the form of product reviews. Hilarious and wholly original, The Village Idiot Reviews pokes gentle fun at the more obscure corners of your favorite e-commerce sites. Ir introduces the most bonkers set of countryside dwellers since The Vicar of Dibley.

The Diary of a...Father: Year One Boxset

Not only is Graham Peterson unlucky in his choice of careers, he's also been terrible with women throughout his adult life. That changes when he meets Alison on a work night out. Unfortunately for Graham, however, things change so drastically that within a month of dating Alison, he gets the news that he's about to become a father for the first time.

Sometimes Love....: A Laugh Out Loud Romantic Comedy Box Set

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So Low So High

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Double Office Idiot: A Laugh Out Loud Comedy Double

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Red Dwarf: Infinity Welcomes Careful Drivers

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Yes Minister & Yes Prime Minister - The Complete Audio Collection

Between 1980 and 1988 on BBC television and radio, the exploits of the Rt Hon Jim Hacker MP (Paul Eddington) - later Prime Minister - kept the British nation enthralled. Helped - and hampered - by his diligent Permanent Secretary Sir Humphrey Appleby (Nigel Hawthorne) and his Principle Private Secretary Bernard Woolley (Derek Fowlds), Hacker and his department became synonymous with government bureaucracy and administrative double dealing.

Only Fools and Horses 4

For 15 years, Brothers Derek "Del boy" and Rodney Trotter of "Trotters Independant Traders PLC" have entertained us both with Del's extreme optimism and scams and, quite simply, Rodney's facial expressions upon hearing those scams. Now another four classic episodes from one of the funniest comedy programmes of all time are brought together. So don't be a plonker, do yourself a favor and get your hands on this little beauty.

Clare in the Community: Series 10: Series 10 & a Christmas special episode of the BBC Radio 4 sitcom

The complete 10th series of the Sony Award-winning comedy series - plus a Christmas special. "The best comedy on radio." (Moira Petty, The Stage) Clare Barker, the social worker with all the politically correct jargon but none of the practical solutions, continues to struggle with her professional and private lives in these seven hilarious episodes, which include a special Christmas edition of the show.

Gloomsbury: Series 1

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The Brig Society: The Complete Series 1

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Gloomsbury: Series 2

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Let's Re-Great Britain

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Publisher's Summary

We've all seen the news over the last few years, watching in wonder and disbelief at the situations the people entrusted to run the country get themselves into and then proceed to lie their way out of. Just imagine--and this won't be hard--that they were so stupid they wrote reviews of the items that got them into or out of their latest bits of trouble and posted them online.

Ted Williebond is angry, not only at having to settle for running the opposition but also for the bullying he had to endure at school by Cameron Davies and Gary Osburn, who now run the government and don't mind pointing that out to Ted every time they see him. Join Ted as he foolishly leaves reviews of such items as Silly String, vodka, and thick curtains as he tries his hardest to bring down the coalition. On the other side of the fence, we've got Daniel Dangly, a foolhardy, old-school politician from Southamptonshire who, try as he might, cannot outrun the press, who seem to stalk him for easy stories; and Elouise Munch, a career girl more concerned about who's defaced her designer handbag than the people in her constituency.

Neither Cameron Davies nor Ted Williebond runs the show, though; in fact Betty Rivers, the CEO of Information Inc., does. It can't work out well, can it? Welcome to The Idiot Government Reviews.

Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not?

This is based in the UK so much of the humor was lost on me. If it has been about the idiot American government I probably would've been in stitches the whole time.

Peter is a an extraordinarily funny writer. He is also very generous, giving me NINE books to listen to in exchange for my opinions, including this review.

I really enjoyed Dating in the Dark and Bride and Gloom- in that order.

It is Bridget Jones' style but from the man's perspective. That is a compliment.

Note: A Few racy parts & swearing (tisk, tisk)

Credit worthy/$: Not for me, BUT I am sure that those in the UK can appreciate it more.

Thank you for reading my review. If you found it to be helpful please select yes right below this text.

3 of 4 people found this review helpful

Terri

United States

04/05/15

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"Refreshingly funny comedy quips..."

This book is very funny. This is a comedy about different quips of items for sale and short stories done in multiple voices. The material is refreshingly funny. My favorite (if I was to pick one) was the man running in a political race / also a real race. Along with the silly string & six packs.

Pete Sortwell, the author has his own style when it comes to comedy and it seems like he never runs out of material. He is witty & funny & makes me laugh my bottom off! His narrator, Tony Scheinman did a good job delivering these funny lines to us with so many different voices, which only added to the charm. Great job guys!

1 of 1 people found this review helpful

erobbins33

27/04/15

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"Hilarious satire"

What did you love best about The Idiot Government Reviews?

Daniel Dangly getting caught blow drying his wank in the back seat of his car. Just ohm hilarious!

What was one of the most memorable moments of The Idiot Government Reviews?

The one mentioned above, and Esther's smelly handbag.

Which scene was your favorite?

All of the above and the tripod stool, Japanese tourist incident.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

Most of the book moved me to laugh so hard I nearly peed!

Any additional comments?

Just that this was super funny and the narrator did a great job!

1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Kirsty

08/07/15

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"Amusing bite sized format"

If you’ve listened to books by Pete Sortwell before, how does this one compare?

This is not one of my favourite Pete Sortwell books. The idea for and format for the book were good but the content just wasn't as good as other work I have experienced.

Have you listened to any of Tony Scheinman’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

This is my first experience with Tony Scheinman's work and found him to be very good.

Any additional comments?

This was an amusing set of reviews by government officials. It didn't have me in stitches but I wasn't bored.

I received a copy of this Audiobook in exchange for an honest review.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful

Krispii

12/04/15

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"Perfect pre election listening!"

I don't always enjoy audio books but this was great content, well read and the different voices helped remind me of the different fictitious characters in the shady government reviews.Nice one Pete. I look forward to listening to some more soon.

1 of 2 people found this review helpful

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